Yea if you are taking the time to rebuild an engine why not just buy a bottle of engine assembly lube instead of some homemade concoction. All to save 10 or 20 bucks?
Does Brake Grease dissolve into Engine Oil?
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Red stuff was used, but it was too watery and posed a risk of contaminating the sealing surfaces during assembly. A light quantity of the silicone paste was used in a few spots for reasons that are too complex to discuss.
No, but the filter will catch it.
I never browse this section but happened to by accident now…that being said…BG makes an awesome assembly pre lube. It’s lightweight, but sticky. It’ll still be around by the time assembly is complete and you’re ready to crank it over.
Assembly Lube
Prepares potential wear surface and prevents metal contact before adequate lubrication can be supplied
I have used EP moly grease on two engine builds. First one I used the sta lube moly grease on a solid flat tappet camshaft/lifters and remainder of the valvetrain. It dissolves into the oil well and no problems during camshaft break in or afterwards. Second engine build with a hydraulic flat tappet cam (NOT for the same car) I went looking for the sta lube moly engine assembly grease but found it was out of stock, picked up a 1 pound can of master pro EP moly grease and used that instead. Same results, successful break in and it dissolved into the oil quickly with no issues or concerns. I'd say that is a viable option for valvetrain assembly at least.
If that burns, glass particles will be made, or?
